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Brian
1927 Star M roadster convertible
My son and I have been going thru pictures of 27 Stars and have a basic question about the convertible roadsters. Did they all have a rumble seat, or was this specific to a different model. We don't see any pictures that distinctly show the rumble seat. It shows up i...
Views: 236   Replies: 3
Last Post: Jun 11, 2019 9:05pm
by frank witkowski
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Brian
1927 Star M spark issues
I am finally getting serious about getting my new acquisition started. Probably not started in 10 or more years. My issue is no spark to plugs. I have spark at coil, power to points, etc. but can't get plugs to fire. Any tricks to the cap/disc assembly I should know...
Views: 297   Replies: 8
Last Post: Jun 9, 2019 2:10pm
by Brian
Following a Star continued
Hi All... Got a chance to visit Jim G. and Cathy and my Star on Friday. Really looking good. Jim is a very talented craftsman. Look at the drivers side fender, most of it was made by Jim so was the cowl and about the bottom 12 inches of the body! Other than the top...
Views: 291   Replies: 4
Last Post: Jun 7, 2019 12:16pm
by Jack Connor
Continental 15L engine restoration for my Model 65
I'm having trouble finding a machine shop around me to tackle the restoration of my Continental 15L engine. Seems everyone is afraid of the Babbitt bearings in there. I've put a post on the AACA forum to try and find someone in the Southeast who can work on them as I...
Views: 303   Replies: 4
Last Post: Jun 5, 2019 8:42pm
by Bill Hoaglan
Star hub caps
Just a general question … Was this cap an option on the 1922 Star ? Normal is the five pointed star and no name until Star came under Durant Motors. A new Star owner has them on his touring.
Views: 307   Replies: 5
Last Post: Jun 4, 2019 2:16pm
by Norm Toone
Re: Club member
Today I remember long time club member Larry Rockey. I forget how many years it has been since he died from the effects of Agent Orange. Larry was from Black Diamond, WA. He put in his 4 years in the Army, then 30 plus years at Boeing. Gary
Views: 252   Replies: 0
Last Post: May 27, 2019 12:53pm
by Gary Yelle
Water Pump Question
I am not familiar with the '32 DeVoux (40A engine) water pump...I have the pump apart and will install a new stainless shaft and bronze bearings...I see that this water pump has no grease cups over the bearings for lubercation, It has been center drilled in that area...
Views: 365   Replies: 11
Last Post: May 23, 2019 4:18am
by Norm Toone
Durant Motors Automobile Museum Foundation request for donations.
Hello Durantonians; By now or sometime this week all the DMAC members in the U.S. should receive in the mail a brochure about the Foundations solicitation for donations to the museum effort to build a museum in Michigan. A separate mailing will go out to all our me...
Views: 246   Replies: 2
Last Post: May 21, 2019 12:15am
by Lance Haynes
Durant Museum Foundation Update
Let it be known that the Durant Museum Foundation has obtained it's exempt status "501(c)3" from the IRS as of Feb. 2019. The foundation is qualified to receive tax deductible bequests, devises, transfers or gifts under section 2055, 2106 or 2522. Donors can deduc...
Views: 224   Replies: 1
Last Post: May 20, 2019 1:39pm
by D J Federlein
600w steam cylinder oil
Does anyone know where I can purchase 600w steam cylinder oil? Mac's order went to Ecklers and theirs is on back order till the end of next month. Does anyone have any suggestions on other products?
Views: 280   Replies: 2
Last Post: May 15, 2019 5:30pm
by Bill Hoaglan
Cool Picture
We had our Apple Blossom festivle and Classy Chassis car show in Wenatchee this past weekend....The Wenatchee World had this picture of the past on the front page.
Views: 280   Replies: 0
Last Post: May 10, 2019 8:52am
by Bill Hoaglan
Top Bow Measurements?
Now I'm getting confused! I've measured the top bows on Bill DeVries C touring and Frank Witkowskis F touring and resulted in different measurements. Both models use the same part number for replacement tops so the measurements should be the same. So, does anyone el...
Views: 203   Replies: 0
Last Post: May 8, 2019 10:14am
by Don Shilling
Generator Field Circuit
The 5 amp field fuse keeps blowing in the generator. Today I installed a solid state relay (cut off) in the hopes of eliminating one possibility. The ammeter registered a charge for about 20 seconds then the fuse blew again. Does anyone know of a quick fix or am I g...
Views: 204   Replies: 1
Last Post: May 8, 2019 9:07am
by Don Shilling
Gettysburg 2019
Just returned home from another fantastic East Coast gathering. Thank you Mike for all the hard work you put into this event. I know it is no easy task and the burden seems to fall on you. That was an excellent history lesson as well. I can’t wait to read up mo...
Views: 208   Replies: 4
Last Post: May 6, 2019 3:37pm
by Tom &Karen Edmon...
Updates to Events Page
I just finished updating the Events Page. If you're in the San Francisco Bay area in September come and visit the Antique Autos in History Park event located in San Jose. Durant will be the featured make. Rick Details here: http://historysanjose.org/wp/...
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Last Post: May 4, 2019 3:19pm
by Rick Botti
single pin headlight socket
I have a 1924 star has anyone found a replacement single contact headlight socket I ordered one that said single but came as a double contact thanks jeff
Views: 208   Replies: 0
Last Post: May 3, 2019 6:07pm
by jeffrey quicksel...
Name of Norman DeVaux.s wife and daughter?
Hi All: Strange question but I do not have access now to my files to get this answer. A publication in Seattle is doing some research and asked me that question. I am thinking it is Myrtle and her daughter is a Jr. so Myrtle. Bob....am I correct? (This is when I m...
Views: 200   Replies: 1
Last Post: May 3, 2019 6:23am
by Bob Smith
Wood Body Details
Does anybody have a pic of the wood framing of a front seat back, ( the part that the front seat back springs attach to), on a Star "C" model touring 1922-24? An "F" touring may be the same. My project was missing that piece and we are searching for info to reproduce...
Views: 240   Replies: 2
Last Post: May 1, 2019 7:35pm
by Don Shilling
New Pictures from last week's Spring Fling Tour
Pacific Coast Chapter Spring Fling Tour Visalia, California In no particular order. We had 35 people and 14 cars. A good time was had by all http://www.dmacweb.com/events/PCC2019/spring2019/index.html
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Last Post: Apr 29, 2019 9:20pm
by Rick Botti
2019 DMAC East Coast Chapter Spring Meet, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania May 02-05, 2019
It's official as I sent in the hotel paperwork for us to have a great time this May in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Not only for it's historical interest, but Gettysburg PA is in the heart of Amish country with plenty of things to do and see. Good home cooked food await...
Views: 678   Replies: 24
Last Post: Apr 29, 2019 6:44pm
by Don Shilling
Views: 246   Replies: 2
Last Post: Apr 28, 2019 3:27pm
by Brian Johnson
W4 Spark Plugs
I recently purchased a 1922 Star Touring car no L 2019 with a W4 motor. I will soon be attempting a first start on it and would like to replace the spark plugs. It currently has Defiance 57s in it. I have no idea what to use. Any suggestions...thanks
Views: 244   Replies: 2
Last Post: Apr 28, 2019 6:48am
by Kenneth DeDomini...
My 1923 Durant has a new home!
My 1923 Durant Sport Touring has taken it first trailer ride since 1962 when it was delivered to my father's house in pieces from Connecticut. It is finally free from the lonelyness of my barn and on view in the company of many of it's "peers" at the local transporta...
Views: 239   Replies: 1
Last Post: Apr 24, 2019 7:11am
by Mike Linthicum
Tillotson carb alternative for the Continental 4
My carb needs help but I have been reading some not that great reviews here on that carb, what is a bolt on replacement, I have an electric fuel pump in line under the car now. 1923 A22 sport sedan John 303.875.9931 Would love to talk about what you have found
Views: 620   Replies: 8
Last Post: Apr 22, 2019 8:31am
by John Langan
2019 Spring Fling Tour
I'm sending out a newsletter for the Pacific Coast Chapter's 2019 Spring Fling Tour. If you'd like to get on my mailing list, just send me an email. Rick
Views: 443   Replies: 12
Last Post: Apr 22, 2019 6:38am
by Mike Linthicum
running board matting
I have been doing some repairs to my star and I need to replace running board mat what has every one used in the past thanks jeff
Views: 186   Replies: 2
Last Post: Apr 20, 2019 7:31pm
by jeff quicksell
Autolite Distributor
I am looking for an Autolite distributor for my 23 Durant Star. My Generator number is GJ 4014. Can anyone help me find one.
Views: 189   Replies: 0
Last Post: Apr 15, 2019 10:07am
by Kenneth DeDomini...
29 Durant for sale in Canada not mine
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/guelph/durant-1929-suicide-4-door/1424359552?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true
Views: 284   Replies: 4
Last Post: Apr 11, 2019 12:32pm
by Rick Botti
Nifty accessory for the parched
Isn't that the Swallow rad cap used on Durant, De Vaux, Frontenac ?? Isn't that a play on words (swallow) :cocktail: .
Views: 222   Replies: 0
Last Post: Apr 11, 2019 11:16am
by Norm Toone
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Ross
VIN plate on ebay
There is a ID/VIN plate on ebay right now for a 1931 Durant 6-14 that sure looks to be original. What I've noticed is that the model type and the car number look like they are cast into the plate(looks like there is some relief to them). I've never seen any plate tha...
Views: 372   Replies: 10
Last Post: Mar 24, 2019 7:13am
by Bob Smith
Star Engine Displays
I have lost my contact information for the gentlemen working on the Star engines and needing various used parts to complete some engine displays. Please contact me thru the email address on this post.
Views: 221   Replies: 0
Last Post: Mar 23, 2019 4:28pm
by Don Shilling
Star wheels
Good day all, Discovered that an old hayrack in my field was manufactured with Star parts, basing this on a Badge style 'Star' centre cap. The puzzling thing is the bolt clamp pattern. 6 centre bolts and 6 clamps. Most Star / Durant units pictured ( that I've see...
Views: 257   Replies: 5
Last Post: Mar 17, 2019 3:14pm
by Don Shilling
Not mine
Don, this ones in your neck of the woods I think? https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/d/texarkana-classic-and-rare-1928-durant/6839838872.html
Views: 225   Replies: 1
Last Post: Mar 16, 2019 7:09am
by Don Shilling
You tube video of "my Grandfathers Sold Motorcars" This man was a Durant Dealer..
Just came across this you tube video Check it out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZP9peR-67RE
Views: 180   Replies: 0
Last Post: Mar 15, 2019 11:04am
by Carol FOgarazzo
Club member
Hello everyone, Has anyone heard from Gary Yelle recently.ive emailed him a couple times but never heard back.i know he had a lot going on,just hoping he’s ok, Dave
Views: 325   Replies: 4
Last Post: Mar 14, 2019 8:49am
by Bill Hoaglan
Pacific Coast Chapter DMAC - Shake Down Tour
Come join us for this yeas' Pacific Coast Chapter DMAC - Shake Down Tour! Meet at the Sonoma Valley Airport AKA Schellville Airport 23982 Arnold Drive, Sonoma, CA at 10:00.
Views: 219   Replies: 0
Last Post: Mar 8, 2019 4:14pm
by Rick Botti
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mike b
NEED A FLINT?
There is a 1925 flint sedan in Eubank, Kentucky for sale for 25k or best offer. check out classiccars.com
Views: 273   Replies: 0
Last Post: Mar 2, 2019 12:05pm
by mike b
Durant coupe for sale, not mine
Here's a link to a cute little Durant three window coupe with side mounts that's on C/L in Appleton, WI. See ad for phone number. The asking price is $6,000: https://appleton.craigslist.org/cto/d/hawkins-1930-durant/6821400580.html 00Y0Y_lDmKvZSUWk2_600...
Views: 377   Replies: 5
Last Post: Mar 1, 2019 10:58am
by Norm Toone
Articles and stories about your cars, technical etc.
Hello Durantonians; Please remember that Carol our Editor is always looking for articles about your cars, restoration tips or other things of interest for the Partner. Evey issue needs content and Carol's job is to put it together not to write the content. That is...
Views: 219   Replies: 2
Last Post: Mar 1, 2019 7:18am
by carol Fogarazzo
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kevin
Looking for a nice orphaned 6 cylinder from the twenties
Hoping for unrestored original roadster, touring or coupe, no sedans.
Views: 225   Replies: 1
Last Post: Feb 23, 2019 7:22pm
by Kevin
Star Dealer pictures andf article
The Feb 6th edition of the Old Motor has a front page article on a Star dealership. Bob Andersen submitted the pictures on Facebook and I submitted the post here. Rick Click link below for full story. http://theoldmotor.com/?p=174042&fbclid=IwAR1zXsKyzQ...
Views: 201   Replies: 0
Last Post: Feb 10, 2019 8:53am
by Rick Botti
Cromeen Durant 4+4 Speedster
I found some pics from Butch James of a trip we made in 2003 to visit Jeff Cromeen in Dallas. Jeff built this replica of the 1925 Durant 4+4 Speedster and entered it in the Great Race. It was built from an extended A22 frame and running gear, Star radiator and shell,...
Views: 564   Replies: 16
Last Post: Feb 7, 2019 10:38am
by Dave Schulte
Caravan of Star Cars
Interesting article featuring Star cars on http://theoldmotor.com/?p=174042 It would be neat if everyone would post in the comments with their own cars!
Views: 216   Replies: 1
Last Post: Feb 7, 2019 6:57am
by Mike Linthicum
Durant 614 at Auction Not Mine
https://bid.auctionbypearce.com/images/lot/9953/9953383_0.jpg?1549300600 Catalog Collector Car Auction(#108474) 01/22/2019 7:00 PM CST - 02/15/2019 7:00 PM CST Starts Ending 02/15/2019 7:00 PM CST Lot 38 of 59: 1930 Durant Current bid: $2,050 (13 bids...
Views: 240   Replies: 1
Last Post: Feb 5, 2019 4:29am
by Norm Toone
Views: 249   Replies: 4
Last Post: Feb 4, 2019 9:28am
by Gordon F. Curl
Star Motometer ffor 1925 Star Model F
I received an email from a gentleman in the Czech Republic that has a 1925 Star Model F two door sedan. He's looking for a motometer for it. I told him I'd see if anyone had one for sale or had a lead on one. Let me know. Mike
Views: 231   Replies: 3
Last Post: Feb 4, 2019 7:40am
by Bill Hoaglan
Frank Witkowski
Frank- I need your email. I've misplaced my directory! Hilkka Brucksch
Views: 221   Replies: 1
Last Post: Jan 31, 2019 4:38am
by Frank Witkowski
Differential Assembly for my 1928 Model 65
Well I've looked at it on my work bench long enough. It's time to tackle the job I think. I've looked at the various submissions from members on installing the new style axle seals and pinion seals and I'm still confused a bit. From what I find on the tech section...
Views: 356   Replies: 11
Last Post: Jan 31, 2019 2:49am
by S. Blomquist
Events Update
Added 2019 PCC Sprint Tour Registration Form to Events section. Rick
Views: 303   Replies: 3
Last Post: Jan 30, 2019 11:37am
by Rick Botti
Running Board bolts
Has anyone found a company for Running Board bolts? What is everybody else using? Anything out there that looks period correct?
Views: 302   Replies: 9
Last Post: Jan 25, 2019 6:33am
by Mike Linthicum
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